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Mathematics Summary
Topic: Multiplication and Division Fact Families
1Fact Family Pattern
- A × B = C
- B × A = C
- CA = B
- CB = A
The same 3 numbers make 4 connected facts.
2How Fact Families Work
- Multiplication combines two factors to make a product.
- Division starts with the product.
- Two multiplication facts belong to the same family.
- Two division facts belong to the same family.
- Switching the factors keeps the same product.
3How to Memorise Quickly
- Learn the 3 numbers as one group.
- Say the 2 multiplication facts aloud.
- Say the 2 division facts aloud.
- Start division with the biggest number.
- Recall all 4 facts together.
4Fast Recall Routine
- Look — see the 3-part family.
- Say — recite all 4 facts.
- Hide — cover one part.
- Recall — say the missing fact.
- Repeat — review again later.
5Remember Faster + Key Words
| Remember Faster | Key Words |
|---|---|
| Learn 4 facts as 1 family | Factor — a number being multiplied |
| Start with multiplication first | Product — the answer to multiplication |
| Division starts with the product | Dividend — the number being divided |
| The biggest number is usually the product | Divisor — the number you divide by |
| Say the facts aloud with rhythm | Quotient — the answer to division |
| Use cover-and-recall | |
| Review after 10 minutes, 1 day and 1 week |
Quick Tip
When recalling division facts, begin with the product because it is usually the biggest number in the family.